Bringing a wave of convenience to content creators, players, and contributors, the Decentraland Marketplace has undergone a significant upgrade with Squid, the cross-chain liquidity layer powered by Axelar. This transformation aims to elevate the shopping experience on the platform, offering users the flexibility to make purchases using both Polygon and Ethereum.

With Squid in the mix, the process of buying NFTs on the Decentraland Marketplace becomes a seamless cross-chain affair. Users can now acquire any listed NFT using various crypto assets beyond Decentraland’s native currency, $MANA. Squid facilitates this by efficiently routing orders to its supported chains, namely Polygon and Ethereum.

For users looking to navigate this cross-network shopping experience, log into the official Decentraland Metaverse and connect your wallet (MetaMask, Fortmatic, WalletConnect, or Coinbase Wallet) on either a desktop or mobile device. Explore virtual items for sale by clicking on the “Collectibles” tab, utilizing search options and filters for a user-friendly experience. Upon finding an NFT of interest, hit the “Buy with Crypto” button (recently updated from “Buy with $MANA”) and choose your preferred currency. Review your order, switch blockchain networks if needed, and confirm your purchase. Your new NFT will be ready for use in your wardrobe within seconds!

This upgrade not only enhances convenience but also aligns with Decentraland’s commitment to creating a user-friendly and accessible Metaverse for its dynamic community as it continues to flourish.